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Lucas Jablonski

Lucas Jablonski, Editor in Chief

I’m Lucas Jablonski, a senior and editor in chief with two years of experience.  I will be working this year to improve the quality of our student newspaper and engage with readers, informing them about world news and events.

“I regret nothing.”

-Jeff Winger(Community)

 

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Goodbye SHS

Goodbye SHS

Lucas Jablonski, Editor in Chief
May 23, 2024

Today is the last day of my high school career and I couldn't be more hopeful.  I'm hopeful for the future, one of new memories, friends, and knowledge at the University of Evansville, and I'm hopeful...

Donald Trump is on trial this week in New York

Donald Trump is on trial this week in New York

Lucas Jablonski, Editor in Chief
April 17, 2024

Donald J. Trump, former United States President and current Republican nominee, has made headlines this week…but it’s not for anything admirable.  Trump has now become the first-ever ex-president...

Eclipses have been documented by humans for centuries

Eclipses have been documented by humans for centuries

Lucas Jablonski, Editor-in-Chief
April 5, 2024

On April 8, Seymour, Indiana will be within the total eclipse zone of a solar event that will cross from Texas to Maine. According to experts, the majority of total eclipse zones in any given area on Earth...

Artists4Ceasefire advocates to end the deaths of more than 20,000 women and children

Artists4Ceasefire advocates to end the deaths of more than 20,000 women and children

Lucas Jablonski, Editor-in-Chief
March 6, 2024

* Disclaimer: This article includes one paragraph including my opinion.  I haven't taken either side of the conflict but agree with the campaign detailed below. Since the beginning of the Israeli-Palestinian...

The Years of Ye

The Years of Ye

Lucas Jablonski and Landon Jones
February 29, 2024

24 time Grammy award winner and world-renowned rapper Ye (formerly Kanye West) has had the attention of the masses. Releasing 10 studio albums and multiple collaborations over that time he has solidified...

Trump Hoists High Tops

Trump Hoists High Tops

Lucas Jablonski, Editor in Chief
February 19, 2024

On Febuary 17th at the annual Philadelphia sneaker con, two pairs of shoes no one wanted, but still got anyway were released: the Donald Trump signature collection.  Both a pair of high tops (the "Never...

Carl Weather's Leaves a Lasting Legacy

Carl Weather’s Leaves a Lasting Legacy

Lucas Jablonski, Editor in Chief
February 7, 2024

He lived a legend and died a legend. On February 1st the late Rocky star and pro football player Carl Weathers passed away at the age of 76. Over his vast movie career, Weathers had  over 80 film and...

CEO’s of Social Media Testifying Today

CEO’s of Social Media Testifying Today

Lucas Jablonski, Editor in Chief
January 31, 2024

    Beginning at 10 this morning, the CEO’s of multiple social media companies, including Tik-Tok and Meta (Facebook/Instagram) among others, were put on trial.  Each company faces allegations of...

Kenyan Forces Held Back from Haiti

Kenyan Forces Held Back from Haiti

Lucas Jablonski, Editor in Chief
January 26, 2024

It’s been two years since the former president of Haiti, Jovenel Moïse, was assassinated sending the island nation into turmoil.  In that time there has been seemingly no hope, as gangs have taken...

Lily Gladstone is First Native American Nominated for Oscar Best Actress

Lily Gladstone is First Native American Nominated for Oscar Best Actress

Lucas Jablonski, Editor in Chief
January 25, 2024

It’s Oscar season and the nominations are in for the numerous awards given during this annual entertainment event.  Among the many categories and nominated actors and movies, one stands above the rest...

Americans Say They Don't Want Another Trump/Biden Matchup

Americans Say They Don’t Want Another Trump/Biden Matchup

Lucas Jablonski, Editor in Chief
January 24, 2024

The New Hampshire primary, the second so far, is ongoing but has been called for both parties.  Former president Donald Trump has succeeded once again in winning the republican vote with a 54% majority ...

Timothée Chalamet performs unlike any other

Timothée Chalamet performs unlike any other

Lucas Jablonski, Editor in Chief
November 16, 2023

Timothée Chalamet is the face of a generation, playing the leading roles that have defined the last decade of cinema.  At only 27, Chalamet has starred in seven major films including Dune, Bones and...

SHS choir cuts foot loose this weekend

SHS choir cuts foot loose this weekend

Lucas Jablonski, Editor-in-Chief
November 10, 2023

The Seymour High School Varsity Chorale puts on the musical Footloose, based on the 1984 film of the same name, this week.  After months of preparation, memorization, and practice, the cast is ready for...

SHS staff remembers Mr. Prange's career

SHS staff remembers Mr. Prange’s career

Lucas Jablonski, Editor-in-Chief
October 31, 2023

This past week, the staff of Seymour High School were asked to think about their time teaching and learning with Mr. Prange.  Many staff volunteered to "share any fond memories, experiences, or conversations...

Festival Foods: The Top Foods at The Oktoberfest

Festival Foods: The Top Foods at The Oktoberfest

Lucas Jablonski: Sweet Tea and Jesus- 5.25/5 stars  The sweet tea from Sweet Tea and Jesus was heavenly.  The largest draw for the drinks were the wide variety of flavors ranging from marshmallow...

Jeremy Wischmeier

Jeremy Wischmeier

Lucas Jablonski, Editor in Chief
September 26, 2023

Serving as a teacher for 20 years, Jeremy Wischmeier will be remembered as this loss is very great for many in the Seymour school system and the Jackson County community. Students and staff are remembering...

Vivek Ramaswamy Runs Republican

Vivek Ramaswamy Runs Republican

Lucas Jablonski, Editor in Chief
September 20, 2023

In January of this coming year, 2024, the primaries of the presidential race will commence.  Among those running for the chief executive office is newcomer Vivek Ramaswamy.  A bestselling author, entrepreneur,...

MAGA Mugshot: Georgia books Donald Trump

MAGA Mugshot: Georgia books Donald Trump

Lucas Jablonski, Editor in Chief
August 28, 2023

This past week, one of the most prolific political figures of the modern age was arrested: Donald Trump. Deciding to turn himself in, Trump was booked at Fulton County Jail in Atlanta Georgia.  He subsequently...

Fire Island: Paradise Lost

Fire Island: Paradise Lost

Lucas Jablonski, Editor in Chief
August 21, 2023

Maui; an island paradise.  Pristine white sand beaches, opaque ocean lagoons, towering palm trees all characterize the second largest island in the Hawaiian archipelago.  One night is all it took. ...

Vladimir Putin leads Russia into a dim future

Vladimir Putin leads Russia into a dim future

Lucas Jablonski, Editor in Chief
May 17, 2023

President Putin of Russia has been leading the country for the better part of two decades.  He has been prominent on the world stage, for better and for worse, for the majority of his career.  Now, more...

Kanye-Cudi succeed with parallel paths, opposite outcomes

Kanye-Cudi succeed with parallel paths, opposite outcomes

Lucas Jablonski, Editor-in-Chief
April 27, 2023

Both were from the Midwest, both started out small, and both were musical geniuses at the start of their careers.  Kid Cudi and Kanye West are two rappers whose names have become synonymous with  hip-hop...

Schue or Sue:  a 'Glee' grapple

Schue or Sue: a ‘Glee’ grapple

Through the course of the hit cult classic Glee, two characters stood above the rest in terms of reproachfulness and despicable behaviors: Sue Sylvester and William Schuester.  There can be an argument...

Courted celebrities: Gwyneth Paltrow

Courted celebrities: Gwyneth Paltrow

Lucas Jablonski, Editor in Chief
March 31, 2023

In the last three years, there have been many prolific celebrity lawsuits including Johnny Depp's defamation trial and Britney Spear's conservatorship hearing.  But now, another high profile actor has...

The Oscars Recap

The Oscars Recap

Lucas Jablonski, Editor in Chief
March 14, 2023

Though the Oscars have been rife with contention and shocking moments in the past decade, this year was relatively mild.  The winners for each category are displayed below: Best Picture “Everything...

Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffin Recipe

Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffin Recipe

Lucas Jablonski, Editor in Chief
March 10, 2023

Paper muffin liners or cooking spray 1 (15-ounce) can pumpkin purée (scant 2 cups, not pumpkin pie filling) 3/4 packed cup light brown sugar 1/2 cup vegetable or canola oil ...

The Genuine German: Ben Feldes

The Genuine German: Ben Feldes

Lucas Jablonski, Editor in Chief
March 8, 2023

Lucas(L): “Where are you originally from?” Ben(B): “I'm from Germany…I live close to Frankfurt in the city. It's called Mainz.” L: “And then this question, pretty basic, but why did you...

Boys' swim team tradition

Boys’ swim team tradition

Norah Campbell and Lucas Jablonski
February 28, 2023

For many many years the boys’ swim team has had the tradition of bleaching their hair for sectionals. Whether it is for good luck or team bonding, this tradition continues. Everyone knows swimming sectionals...

Mac Miller: A life cut short

Mac Miller: A life cut short

Lucas Jablonski, Staff Writer
February 20, 2023

Mac Miller, a poet, a lyricist, a man struggling with addiction.  It's been five years since Malcolm Mccormick, known by his stage name Mac Miller, lost his battle to an opioid addiction that spanned...

The D.A.R.E Role Model experience

The D.A.R.E Role Model experience

Lucas Jablonski, Editor in Chief
January 23, 2023

Seeing the looks of awe and wonder in these 5th grader's expressions as we describe the far off world of Seymour High School brings me back to when I was in their shoes.  It's only been six years, but...

Seymour boys outswim Madison

Seymour boys outswim Madison

Lucas Jablonski, Editor-in-Chief
November 28, 2022

The boys' swimming and diving teams started off the season with a well-performed meet against Madison winning 97-76.  Boys' diver Kaleb Brown won with a score of 144.38 while Paul Montgomery placed first...

"Black Panther: Wakanda Forever" honors its fallen hero

“Black Panther: Wakanda Forever” honors its fallen hero

Lucas Jablonski, Staff Writer
November 17, 2022

It's been four years since the first installment of Black Panther was released.  It's been two years since actor Chadwick Boseman, known for playing the titular Black Panther, lost his four year battle...

High School Hopes (What will become of Seymour students after they graduate? )

High School Hopes (What will become of Seymour students after they graduate? )

Lucas Jablonski and Maria Ruiz
November 7, 2022

Being in high school, it can be difficult for students to determine which path they wish to follow after graduation.  Whether it be college, the workforce, or the military, there are many roads to travel...

Smith, McConaughey, Lowe: 80's Icons Share Their Lives

Smith, McConaughey, Lowe: 80’s Icons Share Their Lives

Lucas Jablonski, Staff Writer
October 3, 2022

From Seth Rogen to Michelle Obama, it seems that every A-list celebrity is releasing a memoir.  Whether it's a heartfelt tribute to childhood, a triumphant tale of recovery, or a string of quirky anecdotes,...

Abortion Through the Lens

Abortion Through the Lens

Lucas Jablonski and Maria Ruiz
September 9, 2022

On June 24, 2022 the "Roe Versus Wade" ruling was overturned by the Supreme Court making it possible for states, not the federal government, to decide abortion legality.  Before this, Roe V. Wade allowed...

Nicholas Cage

Nicholas Cage

Lucas Jablonski, Staff Writer
April 20, 2022

Some say he’s an unorthodox actor/a madman. Others say that he is the most accomplished actor in Hollywood.  All biases aside, Nicholas Cage is primarily an actor of variety.  He has been in everything:...

Owls' Track: The Beginning of a Season

Owls’ Track: The Beginning of a Season

Lucas Jablonski and Carson Carpenter
April 8, 2022

Boys and Girls both lost hard fought meets on Tuesday:  Girls 72-60  Boys 80-52 On the track, Girls 1st place finishers were Hayley Harpe 400-1:02.66,  Brooke Trinkle 1600-5:32,  Samantha Jacobi...

Haiti: A Nation in Crisis

Haiti: A Nation in Crisis

Lucas Jablonski, Staff Writer
March 16, 2022

The nation of Haiti, a half of an island not far from the Florida peninsula, is a country plagued with social unrest, poverty, and devastating earthquakes.  Haiti has been a victim of poor governance...

By the numbers: Russian-Ukrainian conflict

By the numbers: Russian-Ukrainian conflict

Lucas Jablonski, Staff Writer
February 8, 2022

135,000- The Number of Russian troops that have amassed at the Ukrainian border.  “Russia has enough troops in place to seize Kyiv or another Ukrainian city but not yet sufficient numbers for a full...

Seymour Owls Place Fourth At Conference

Lucas Jablonski, Staff Writer
January 31, 2022

The Seymour Owls swam conference at Columbus East last Saturday placing fourth overall.  Going against worthy opponents East, Floyd, and BNL, the Owls held their own.  The 200 free relay team (Paul...

The Doomsday Clock: How close are we to the end

The Doomsday Clock: How close are we to the end

Lucas Jablonski, Staff Writer
January 25, 2022

Environmental collapse, nuclear destruction, the end of the world.  There is one symbol that gauges all of these factors and shows us how close our Earth is to total destruction: The Doomsday Clock. Created...

Age and Critical Thinking

Age and Critical Thinking

Lucas Jablonski, Staff Writer
December 9, 2021

During adolescence, the brain shifts dramatically in the way it processes questions.  Looking at interviews of 4 separate children between the ages of 5 and 14, there is a clear shift between the answers...

Welcome To The Metaverse

Welcome To The Metaverse

Lucas Jablonski, Staff Writer
November 16, 2021

What is the Metaverse?  To the average person, this may sound like a futuristic galaxy, a realm beyond our reach; that is not the case. The company formerly known as Facebook has announced their ambitious...

The Columbus Philharmonic: A tradition of excellence

The Columbus Philharmonic: A tradition of excellence

Lucas Jablonski and Maria Ruiz
November 2, 2021

Do you enjoy attending events outside Seymour? Have you ever attended a live orchestra performance? The Columbus Philharmonic is the place for you.  Performing and rehearsing in Columbus, the philharmonic...

The Hate U Give: A Brief Overview of an Impactful Novel

The Hate U Give: A Brief Overview of an Impactful Novel

Lucas Jablonski, Author
October 4, 2021

In a school library full of hundreds upon thousands of books, why check out The Hate U Give? The reasons are numerous including it being the recipient of the Coretta Scott King award and it’s adaptation...

Berlin 1936: Germany's Mask

Berlin 1936: Germany’s Mask

Lucas Jablonski, Staff Writer
September 20, 2021

Hitler’s Germany, a country filled with death, destruction, and persecution, but it was well disguised during the Berlin Olympics.  Hidden from the world were the mass imprisonments and killings, and...

Owls Cross Country: A Strong Start to the Season

Owls Cross Country: A Strong Start to the Season

Lucas Jablonski, Author
August 24, 2021

    It was a tough meet for the Owls Cross Country team Thursday night.  The stifling heat and the tough competition made for a challenging race for all of the runners at Freeman Field.  The boys team...

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